luxury contemporary houses for sale Abruzzo, Italy

Pereto - Via del Castello - Coldwell Banker is pleased to present SOLE AGENCY for sale this majestic property dating back to 900 AD, a true pearl of the Pereto area, just 50 km by motorway from Rome, in the heart of Abruzzo. Situated in a panoramic position and surrounded by greenery, the Castle extends over a total surface area of approximately 1,100 square meters, divided into 25 rooms, including 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, gardens, cellars and a large garage. Thanks to its imposing volume and its thousand-year history, the Castle represents a true oasis of peace and tranquility. The building was constructed with high-quality materials and every detail tells its long history, making it one of a kind. The property is available for sale with confidential negotiation part of the antique furnishings, in an elegant and refined style and which combine perfectly with the architecture of the Castle. The Pereto Castle was built as a watchtower in the first half of the 10th century, between 926 and 950, on the initiative of the Berardi Counts of Marsica. Over time, the village of Pereto also formed around the tower, which over time acquired the shape and dimensions of a fortified village, with its own surrounding walls. Over the centuries, it passed from owner to owner to the Abbey of Montecassino, hosted Corradino di Svevia, the powerful Orsini, Colonna and Maccafani families, until arriving at the present day with the current owners, with a new careful and precise renovation of the manor, which lasted from 1968 to 1975. The restoration work was entrusted to the famous Irish architect Alfred Cochrane. In 1983, the Castle won a highly sought-after award in the European Community as the best restoration in Italy of the year. Over the centuries, the Castle has hosted illustrious figures including the Royals of England. This splendid, one-of-a-kind Castle, immersed in the history and beauty of the Pereto countryside, can be transformed into a main residence for those who wish to live a privileged and prestigious experience that encompasses the history and beauty of centuries of life, or into a charming and luxurious accommodation facility, to offer its guests a unique and unforgettable experience. THE PRESENT INFORMATION AND PLANIMETRIES ARE MERELY INDICATIVE AND DO NOT CONSTITUTE CONTRACTUAL ELEMENTS. Coldwell Banker, present in more than 40 countries with over 3,000 agencies and 100,000 agents, today represents the world leader in the high-end and medium-high-end residential market. Coldwell Banker has been present in Italy since 2009 and today, with more than 100 agencies and over 600 agents, it represents a leading group in the sector, able to promote its prestigious properties within the global luxury circuit, through the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury program, the most prestigious international showcase in the sector.